2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (360 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |